The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 518B.01, subdivision 2, to modify the definition of "custodian" in the context of orders of protection. The new definition specifies that a custodian is any person who has either physical or legal custody of a minor child under section 257.541, subdivision 1, physical or legal custody as per any court order, or physical custody with the consent of a custodial parent. Additionally, it includes individuals who have court-ordered parenting time.

The previous definition of custodian, which stated that it referred to a person under a legal obligation to provide care and support for a minor child of a petitioner or who is actually providing such care, has been deleted. The amendment clarifies the criteria for who qualifies as a custodian, thereby potentially impacting the issuance of orders of protection involving minors.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 518B.01
1st Engrossment: 518B.01